Joshua 7:1

Arabic KEH Ketab El Hayat (كتاب الحياة)

وَلَكِنَّ الإِسْرَائِيلِيِّينَ ارْتَكَبُوا خِيَانَةً، إِذْ أَخَذَ عَخَانُ بْنُ كَرْمِي بْنِ زَبْدِي بْنِ زَارَحَ مِنْ سِبْطِ يَهُوذَا مِمَّا هُوَ مُخَصَّصٌ لِلرَّبِّ، فَاحْتَدَمَ غَضَبُ الرَّبِّ عَلَى بَنِي إِسْرَائِيلَ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us that the Israelites did something wrong by taking things they weren't supposed to from the city of Jericho. Achan, from the tribe of Judah, took some of these forbidden items, and because of this, God was very angry with the whole group.

Explained for Children

Imagine you and your friends are playing a game where you can't touch the cookies on the table. But one of your friends, Achan, couldn't resist and took a cookie. Now, your whole team is in trouble because of that one person's mistake. That's what happened here, but with God and the Israelites.

Historical Background

The Book of Joshua was written shortly after the events it describes, likely around 1200 BCE. It was written for the Israelites who had just entered the Promised Land. The story reflects the cultural norms and religious practices of that time, emphasizing obedience to God's commands.

Living It Out Today

In a modern context, if you're part of a team or a family, and one person breaks a rule, it can affect everyone. For example, if a student in your group project cheats, it could harm the grade for the whole group. It's important to follow the rules and support each other.

Topics

• disobedience
• consequences
• obedience
• God's anger
• sin
• collective responsibility

Related Verses

• 1 Samuel 15:1-35
• Joshua 7:20-26
• Genesis 3:6
• Proverbs 28:10
• 1 Corinthians 10:13

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly did Achan take?

Achan took items from the city of Jericho, which God had commanded the Israelites not to touch, calling them 'accursed things'. This act violated God's command and caused His anger.

How did Achan's actions affect the rest of the Israelites?

Achan's actions led to God's anger against the entire group of Israelites, showing how one person's disobedience can affect an entire community.

Why was this city of Jericho considered cursed?

God had declared Jericho cursed, meaning all its wealth and people were to be destroyed as a judgment. Taking any items violated this divine decree.

What can we learn from this story about sin?

This story teaches us that sin has consequences, not just for the individual who sins, but potentially for the whole community. It highlights the importance of obedience and integrity.